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Actor

Simon Kunz: Movies & Box Office

films
28
on screen
1995–2026
box office
$169M
average score
65
Born
October 15, 1962 (age 63)
Birthplace
Data Not Provided
Full name
Simon Charles Kunz
Citizenship
British
Occupations
Actor
Years active
1992-present
Spouses
Data Not Provided
Known for

The Best Simon Kunz Movies

The highest-rated films Simon Kunz is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. F1 (2025) scores highest, at 73. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.

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Career at a glance

Simon Kunz's Career in Numbers

Simon Kunz's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Simon Kunz works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Young Poisoner’s Handbook (1995) to The Uprising (2026), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.

Simon Kunz Movies by Decade

  1. 1990s 5
  2. 2000s 4
  3. 2010s 13
  4. 2020s 6

The 2010s were Simon Kunz's busiest decade, with 13 films.

Simon Kunz Movies by Genre

  • Drama 10
  • Action 4
  • Mystery 4
  • Tv movie 2
  • Crime 2
  • Comedy 2
  • Fantasy 1
  • Biography 1
  • Romance 1
  • Horror 1

Drama is the genre Simon Kunz has worked in most, with 10 films, ahead of action (4).

Simon Kunz Career Milestones

Biggest box office hit
The Foreigner $145M worldwide
Best-rated film
F1 Movie Echo Score 73
Newest film
The Uprising 2026
28 credits

Simon Kunz Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Simon Kunz is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 65. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

  1. 2026 The Uprising (2026) movie poster The Uprising as Sir John Newton · Action
  2. 2025 F1 (2025) movie poster F1 as Don Cavendish · Drama Movie Echo Score: 73
  3. 2023 Baltimore (2023) movie poster Baltimore as BBC News Reader · Drama
  4. 2023 Jericho Ridge (2023) movie poster Jericho Ridge as Sheriff Eddie Reynolds · Action Movie Echo Score: 72
  5. 2022 The Cursed (2022) movie poster The Cursed as Mr. Griffin · Mystery Movie Echo Score: 57
  6. 2021 Blithe Spirit (2021) movie poster Blithe Spirit as Henry Mackintosh · Fantasy Movie Echo Score: 54
  7. 2019 The Current War: Director's Cut (2019) movie poster The Current War: Director's Cut Biography Movie Echo Score: 64
  8. 2019 One Red Nose Day and a Wedding (2019) movie poster One Red Nose Day and a Wedding as John · Romance
  9. 2019 Traitors (2019) movie poster Traitors as Herbert Quick · Drama
  10. 2018 Requiem (2018) movie poster Requiem as Lloyd Satlow · Mystery
  11. 2017 Fighter (2017) movie poster Fighter as Pop · Drama
  12. 2017 The Foreigner (2017) movie poster The Foreigner Action Movie Echo Score: 70
  13. 2017 Sherlock: The Six Thatchers (2017) movie poster Sherlock: The Six Thatchers as Sir Edwin · Tv movie
  14. 2017 Gunpowder (2017) movie poster Gunpowder as Lord Howard · Drama
  15. 2015 Orthodox (2015) movie poster Orthodox as Michael · Crime
  16. 2014 Walking with the Enemy (2014) movie poster Walking with the Enemy Action
  17. 2014 Sherlock: His Last Vow (2014) movie poster Sherlock: His Last Vow as Sir Edwin · Tv movie
  18. 2013 Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa (2013) movie poster Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa as Conner Scott · Comedy
  19. 2011 Just Henry (2011) movie poster Just Henry as Inspector Titmuss · Mystery
  20. 2008 Poppy Shakespeare (2008) movie poster Poppy Shakespeare as Peter Flea · Drama
  21. 2006 Twice Upon a Time (2006) movie poster Twice Upon a Time as Randall · Comedy
  22. 2005 Hellraiser: Deader (2005) movie poster Hellraiser: Deader Mystery
  23. 2001 The Bunker (2001) movie poster The Bunker as Lt. Krupp · Horror
  24. 1999 Tube Tales (1999) movie poster Tube Tales as White Pinstripe Suit Man (segment "Steal Away") · Drama
  25. 1999 The Murder of Stephen Lawrence (1999) movie poster The Murder of Stephen Lawrence as Defence Barrister · Drama
  26. 1999 Oliver Twist (1999) movie poster Oliver Twist as James Matthews · Drama
  27. 1998 Jeremiah (1998) movie poster Jeremiah as Gemariah · Drama
  28. 1995 The Young Poisoner’s Handbook (1995) movie poster The Young Poisoner’s Handbook as John · Crime
Biography

Who Is Simon Kunz?

Simon Kunz was born in Data Not Provided in 1962 and is 63 years old. Credited on films since 1995, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Simon Charles Kunz (born 15 October 1962) is a distinguished actor, having graced both stage and screen with his talents. His journey in acting started with a solid foundation - an educational background in Theatre Studies, which he obtained from the prestigious University of Warwick. His early days saw him attending the Latymer Upper School, a sign of his dedication towards his craft from a young age. Simon's career took off on a high note with him landing a role in 'The Parent Trap' as the character Martin. This film was one of his first ventures onto the big screen and set the pace for an illustrious career. He didn't limit himself to films, as he appeared as a lead character in the historical television drama 'The Last Kingdom' backed by the BBC, BBC America, and Netflix. Simon featured prominently in the first two seasons of the show, solidifying his versatility and range.

Additionally, Kunz has left his artistic mark on theatre. His exemplary performance as Max in 'Address Unknown' (2013) at Soho Theatre, London has drawn particular critical acclaim. His execution of a 'study in dawning agony' is described as a 'superb performance'. Simon's other theatre credits include plays like 'Comedians', 'Blood and Gifts', and '55 Days'. Throughout his career, which has been active since 1992 till date, Simon Kunz demonstrates a proficiency and skill set that is deserving of recognition. Despite being a British actor, his influence and reach are globally acknowledged. This brief overview hardly does justice to his extensive contributions as an actor, and for further comprehension, his profile can be viewed in detail on IMDb.

FAQ

Simon Kunz: Questions & Answers

How many movies Simon Kunz has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Simon Kunz been in?

Simon Kunz is credited on 28 films, from 1995 to 2026. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Simon Kunz's highest-grossing movie?

The Foreigner (2017) is Simon Kunz's biggest box office hit, with $145M worldwide, ahead of Twice Upon a Time (2006) ($8.79M). Across every film with box office figures, Simon Kunz's movies have made $169M.

Simon Kunz's biggest hits

What is the best Simon Kunz movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Simon Kunz's best-rated film is F1 (2025) with a score of 73, followed by Jericho Ridge (2023) (72).

Best Simon Kunz movies, ranked

How old is Simon Kunz?

Simon Kunz is 63 years old, born on October 15, 1962 in Data Not Provided.

What is Simon Kunz's newest movie?

The most recent film on Simon Kunz's filmography is The Uprising (2026), in the role of Sir John Newton.

Who does Simon Kunz work with most often?

Simon Kunz shares the most films with Lindsay Duncan (3 films), Mark Gatiss (3 films) and Benedict Cumberbatch (3 films).

The Best Simon Kunz Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 28 credits.

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